Make Carport Into Garage

Make Carport Into Garage. But if you don’t have the skill to do this then it would be better to hire a professional who can convert your carport into your garage for you. On average, expect to pay $12,000 to $16,000 for labor costs alone to have a carpenter finish off the walls and install doors.

In particular, make sure you inspect the following three elements: Use masonry instead of wood, at least for the bottom six or eight inches of the new wall you build. Converting a carport to a garage typically saves about 20 percent over the cost having a contractor construct a new garage —provided the carport's slab, support posts, and roof are in good shape.

Ensure that the base plate is covered in plastic sheeting because this will be in contact with the ground and can be prone to accumulate moisture.

Below is a breakdown of expenses to expect when you convert your carport into a garage. Nail these pieces of plywood to the wooden frame that you have constructed in the previous step. Below is a breakdown of expenses to expect when you convert your carport into a garage. To accommodate two cars, expect to pay double the cost.